An engagement ring is a ring indicating that the person wearing it is engaged to be married, especially in Western cultures.
A ring is presented as an engagement gift by a partner to their prospective spouse when they propose marriage or directly after a marriage proposal is accepted.
Below Are The Top Diamond Rings Shops In South Africa
Mark Solomon Jewellers
Address: 373A Main Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8001
Hours: Closes soon ⋅ 5 PM ⋅ Opens 9 AM Sat
Phone: 021 434 1254
Shimansky Jewellery Store V&A Waterfront
Address: Shop 6259 Upper Level, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 9 PM
Phone: 021 425 9888
Grand Diamonds
Address: Showroom 6A, Foyer B Sovereign Quay, 34 Somerset Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8000
Hours: Closes soon ⋅ 4:30 PM ⋅ Opens 9:30 AM Sat
Phone: 021 418 2880
Cape Diamonds
Address: Unit 6, Victoria Junction, Gate 1 & 2, 57 Prestwich St, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005
Hours: Closes soon ⋅ 5 PM ⋅ Opens 9 AM Sat
Phone: 021 421 5364
How much does a diamond ring cost in South Africa?
On average, South Africans tend to spend between R30,000 and R40,000 on their engagement rings.
At the same time, almost 60% of South Africans will not pay more than R10,000 for an engagement ring, with the number of people willing to spend big money diminishing after R35,000. Very few would pay more than R60,000.
How much is a 1-carat diamond worth in South Africa?
A round brilliant cut, 1.00ct G color, SI1 clarity, excellent cut GIA-certified diamond will cost approximately $6850 including VAT (~ R106,183).
Is it cheaper to buy a diamond ring in South Africa?
The cost of labor in South Africa is also relatively cheap which can also drive the cost of diamonds down.
Diamond wholesalers obtain diamonds directly from the mines and then sell them to jewelers. The prices offered are wholesale prices and much more affordable than the retail sector.
How much is diamond per gram in South Africa?
South Africa Diamond Rate Today in Other Weights
| Qty | Diamond Rate |
|---|---|
| 200 Milligram | ZAR 13,617.29 |
| 50 Milligram | ZAR 3,404.32 |
| 3/4 Carat | ZAR 10,212.96 |
| 0.1 Gram | ZAR 6,808.64 |
Is a 2-carat ring big?
The average carat weight for a diamond engagement ring is about 0.9 carat, meaning a 2 Carat Diamond is definitely considered big. With 2-carat engagement rings, the diamond is noticeable and eye-catching.